A study room in an office hotel or a separate office space?
The choice of office space for a company is a decision that directly affects the daily work of the company's staff and thus the productivity and economy of the company as a whole. In recent years, office hotels have emerged as an attractive option for many companies, but more traditional rented office space still holds sway in certain situations.
In this article, we compare office hotels and more traditional office spaces using these four selection criteria:
Flexibility in the use of space
Costs and their composition
Availability of services
Contractual matters
Flexibility is at the heart of office hotels' popularity
Office hotels are ideal for businesses that value flexibility. Short leases and the possibility to expand or downsize as needed are particularly suited to growing businesses. Companies with seasonal business can also benefit from the flexibility of office hotels.
Even larger companies are now using office hotels as part of their multi-site operations. A good example of this is Savon Voima, which chose office space for its staff from the Boffice Railway Station range.
In traditional office space, leases tend to be long, which can tie a company to a single location for several years. In general, a commitment of at least one year is required. While this can provide stability, it reduces the company's ability to adapt quickly to market conditions.
Costs are generally lower per square metre than in traditional office space
Office hotels usually offer a cost-effective solution, as they include many services in the rent. For small businesses and the self-employed, this can mean significant savings, as there is no need to invest in office furniture, equipment or property maintenance. In addition, the office hotel solution saves not only euros but also a lot of energy, which the entrepreneur can then channel into his core business.
Traditional office space, on the other hand, can in some cases bring more predictability to costs and even generate savings in the longer term.However, the initial investment in office space is higher on average, as everything from electricity contracts to the purchase of an empty office space is required. It can also take a considerable amount of time to maintain the office space. In addition, the tenant is usually responsible for all additional costs, such as internet access and cleaning.
Services are on average more extensive in office hotels
In office hotels, the rent typically includes a range of services, which vary slightly depending on the office hotel operator. These additional services can streamline your business and reduce the administrative burden.
Traditional office space is less likely to offer similar services as part of the rent. When renting a traditional office space, the company has to organise or buy the services it needs itself. This can offer personalisation opportunities, but also requires more work and therefore increases costs.
Contracts in office hotels often more flexible
Office hotel contracts are often simple and flexible, allowing companies to react quickly to changing space needs. This reduces the risk associated with long-term commitments.
Leases for traditional office space tend to be more complex and contain more conditions. On the one hand, they offer stability and predictability, but they can also create a situation where a company is tied up for a long period of time in an office space that, for one reason or another, no longer serves the changing needs of its staff.
Summary: office hotel vs more traditional office space
The choice between an office hotel and a traditional office space for rent always depends on the needs, objectives and environment of the company. Office hotels offer flexibility, cost-effectiveness and ready-made services. These factors make office hotels an attractive option, especially for small businesses and start-ups, but also increasingly for the specific local needs of teams of larger companies.
Traditional leased office space, on the other hand, may offer more individualisation opportunities for larger companies or those who value long-term commitment to a specific location and office space.
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